Thu Jan 20, 2005 · 9:00 PM
Houston RocketsRockets
103
away
Chemistry
Steady
Orlando MagicMagic
100
home
Chemistry
Elite
Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston RocketsRockets | 22 | 23 | 30 | 28 | 103 |
| Orlando MagicMagic | 27 | 31 | 24 | 18 | 100 |
After Action Report
The Rockets squeaked past the Magic 103-100. Execution down the stretch made the difference. Fresh off a statement win, the Rockets stayed locked in; the Rockets pushed the pace until the other side broke.
What tipped it
- Magic · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.
- Magic · Bouncing Back A winning team just got tripped up — expect a response.
- Magic · Tight-Knit Locker-room chemistry is humming — extra trust on every possession.
- Rockets · Statement Win Last time out, a 20+ point beating sent a message.